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GM suppliers preparing to manufacture ventilator parts Dustin Walsh, Automotive News / March 22, 2020 Parts suppliers for General Motors are preparing to manufacture parts for at least 200,000 ventilators in an effort to stave off a projected shortage of the machines in the fight against the deadly respiratory illness COVID-19. Meridian Lightweight Technologies Holdings Inc. of Southfield, Michigan, is helping GM procure six different compressor parts made of magnesium for an estimated 200,000 ventilators, said Joe Petrillo, director of North American sales. The parts are too small for Meridian's machines, but the company has connected GM with Twin City Die Castings Inc. in Minneapolis and Myotek, which operates manufacturing plants in Manistee, Michigan, and China. "We coalesced as an industry," Petrillo said. "Usually we [Meridian, Twin City and Myotek] compete, but in this circumstance, we're not competitors." The Society of Critical Care Medicine projects that 960,000 coronavirus patients may become critically ill in the U.S. and need to be put on ventilators. The organization estimates there are only about 200,000 ventilators in the country. Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said Friday the State Emergency Operations Center is working to find creative ways to bring more ventilators to Michigan. It's estimated the state has only 1,000 right now. "We are working to see how we can increase the number of ventilators in our state," Whitmer said. "I feel like we are making some progress, but if the federal government is able to procure some ventilators and ship them to Michigan we will be incredibly grateful." President Trump tweeted Sunday: "Ford, General Motors and Tesla are being given the go ahead to make ventilators and other metal products, FAST! Go for it auto execs, lets see how good you are?" Petrillo said the plans to start production as early as Monday were being sent Sunday afternoon. "We're off and running. The tool shops are designing tools right now," said Eric Showalter, CEO of Mytek. "We're able to at least start to kick off tools in China to build these things. If we get paid, we get paid. We're all just trying to help where we can." GM announced last Friday it partnered with Bothell, Wash.-based Ventec Life Systems to increase production of its ventilators. Ventec will leverage GM's logistics, purchasing and manufacturing prowess. It's unclear whether GM is establishing another assembly line at Ventec's production plant or will manufacture the additional ventilators at one of its plants. GM said it has "teams hard at work," Jim Cain, senior manager of sales and executive communications. Canadian supplier Magna International Inc. has also been contacted to manufacture ventilator parts and is "currently investigating possibilities," confirmed Tracy Fuerst, vice president of corporate communications. So has powertrain parts supplier BorgWarner Inc. "We have been approached and are currently evaluating if we can support the effort out of our facilities," said Michelle Collins, manager of marketing.

Mack Trucks sold thousands of BCR kits through our parts departments.

So my sister has the Corona virus and is not doing well. She lives 400 miles from me in St. George, Utah. She has a hard time breathing. She has a deep dry cough, sore everything, fever. went to the hospital. They took a sample and turned her away! No results for 5 days they say. By then she could die. WTF? Luckily she has a hyperbaric chamber and that infuses tons of oxygen into a person's blood. Seems like that's the only thing helping keep her alive. These dumb ass hospitals turning someone away who clearly has it. She recently had surgery so that's why her body most likely couldn't fight it off so far. I hope the government gets those malaria drugs to hospitals ASAP. It's not smart to turn someone away that had 99% chance of having it. WTF? Obviously the state isn't well prepared. I have not been in personal contact with her or anyone in my family as they live 400 miles away. I hope they expedite these drugs or I'll fly around the world to go get it for her. Also, why send her home where it could spread? Trevor Milton - CEO, Nikola Motor Company

Volvo Group suspends Volvo and Mack production Jason Cannon, Commercial Carrier Journal (CCJ) / March 20, 2020 Volvo Trucks North America and subsidiary Mack Trucks confirmed Friday morning that they will be the latest to join a growing list of truck and auto manufacturers to shutter assembly operations due to the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak. Mary Beth Halprin, Volvo Group vice president of public relations and corporate affairs, told CCJ Friday that, while the company has no reason to believe there are any cases of COVID-19 in any of the Mack, Volvo Trucks or Volvo Group powertrain manufacturing facilities in Macungie, Pennsylvania, Dublin, Virginia or Hagerstown, Maryland, “we have decided to temporarily suspend production as part of the effort to slow the spread of the virus in our communities.” Effective Thursday, March 19, Mack and Volvo Trucks suspended production through Friday, March 27. Moving forward, Halprin said the company would monitor the outbreak and communicate additional decisions to employees on a regular basis. “During this suspension,” Halprin said, “we will be exploring new ways of working and possible approaches to production that would allow for increased social distancing in the facility. The health and safety of our employees and communities will be our primary concern as we work to make the most informed decisions we can during this uncertain time.” Kenworth Friday refused to comment on its production plans. CCJ has also reached out to Freightliner, Navistar and Peterbilt for comment but has yet to receive a response. General Motors, Fiat Chrysler and Ford have already announced the suspension of manufacturing at their sites.

Waste Haulers Exempt from HOS Regs Amid COVID-19 Heavy Duty Trucking (HDT) / March 20, 2020 The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) released their Expanded Emergency Declaration and an accompanying Frequently Asked Questions document as it relates to Hours of Service (HOS) regulations during the COVID-19 national emergency. The new declaration and FAQs specifically exempt waste haulers from HOS are in direct response to a request by the National Waste & Recycling Association (NWRA) in a letter to Acting Administrator Jim Mullen. Other requirements under Parts 390-399 which include vehicle maintenance, inspection, and driver qualifications are also waived for waste haulers. The declaration is as follows: This Emergency Declaration provides regulatory relief for commercial motor vehicle operations providing direct assistance in support of emergency relief efforts related to the COVID-19 outbreaks, including transportation to meet immediate needs for: . . . (2) supplies and equipment necessary for community safety, sanitation, and prevention of community transmission of COVID-19 . . . The FAQ issued by FMCSA clarifies this specifically with regard to our industry: Are haulers of household waste and medical waste covered under the terms of the declaration? Yes, transportation for removal of both household and medical waste is covered as “supplies and equipment necessary for community safety, sanitation, and prevention of community transmission of COVID-19.” “We extend our thanks to FMCSA for recognizing the vital role of the waste industry by including us in their Expanded Emergency Declaration. NWRA remains committed to working with federal and state officials to ensure our members can properly and safely respond to this health crisis,” said NWRA President and CEO Darrell Smith.

States Suspend Weight Limits for Trucks Involved in Coronavirus Relief Transport Topics / March 20, 2020 Officials in multiple states have lifted restrictions on truck weight limits to allow delivery vehicles involved in emergency relief efforts to accommodate more freight during the coronavirus pandemic. About a dozen states have issued suspensions pertaining to these regulations as of March 20. Shawn Wilson, secretary of the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, issued a waiver March 18 suspending certain size and weight restrictions on public highways for trucks involved in relief efforts. Wilson recently confirmed he has tested positive for COVID-19. The Mississippi Department of Transportation authorized a similar weight increase March 17. The maximum gross weight under Mississippi’s allowance is 90,000 pounds on a 5-axle commercial motor vehicle. The waiver does not allow trucks to cross load-posted bridges that can’t bear their weight. “By waiving certain regulations, we can help ensure timely and efficient delivery of goods and services,” MDOT Executive Director Melinda McGrath said. Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds issued a state of emergency March 17 temporarily suspending provisions regarding oversize and overweight loads of food, medical supplies, cleaning products and other household goods. “These are unprecedented times, and the state of Iowa will do whatever is necessary to address this public health disaster,” Reynolds said. “I have authorized all available state resources, supplies, equipment and materials to combat the spread of COVID-19.” Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp’s emergency declaration, issued March 14, contained similar language, suspending restrictions on height, weight, length and hours of operation for commercial vehicles involved in relief efforts. South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster on March 11 signed an executive order waiving similar rules pertaining to registration, permitting, length, weight and load size. The Virginia Department of Transportation issued a waiver March 19 for carriers hauling relief supplies, water, food, oil, fuel, waste, livestock, poultry and animal feed. Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers on March 14 gave the state Department of Transportation permission to issue waivers on weight limits for haulers that supply grocery retailers. Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan announced March 19 that trucks involved in relief efforts are allowed to exceed legal weight limits by up to 15%. Hogan also directed the Maryland Department of Transportation to restrict access to BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport to ticketed passengers and employees only. “This truly is one of the most daunting challenges our state has ever faced,” Hogan said. “We are all in this together, and if we all do our part to rise to this challenge and to meet this moment, we will get through this together.” Similar suspensions of weight restrictions for commercial motor vehicles involved in relief efforts have been issued in North Carolina, Nebraska, Illinois and Missouri. These state waivers dovetail with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s recent relaxation of certain hours-of-service regulations for motor carriers involved in coronavirus-related relief efforts. The declaration was issued March 13, shortly after President Donald Trump declared a national emergency in response to the virus. Specifically, FMCSA is granting exemption from Parts 390-399 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, which cover hours of service, parts and accessories needed for safe operation, and longer combination vehicles. Drivers are not exempt from requirements relating to commercial driver licenses, drugs and alcohol, hazardous materials, size, weight and registration requirements. Also, motor carriers that are subject to an out-of-service notice are not eligible for the relief. The declaration applies to truck operators involved in direct assistance efforts, such as hauling medical supplies and testing equipment, masks, gloves, hand sanitizer, food and personnel.

I'm seeing the real Pence for the first time. His direct, professional and calm demeanor as chair of the Coronavirus taskforce is impressing me. https://www.npr.org/2020/03/18/815350278/transcript-nprs-full-interview-with-vice-president-pence

“The healthy and optimistic among us will doom the vulnerable,” Landon said. She acknowledged that restrictions like a shelter-in-place may end up feeling “extreme” and “anticlimactic” — and that’s the point. “It’s really hard to feel like you’re saving the world when you’re watching Netflix from your couch. But if we do this right, nothing happens. A successful shelter-in-place means you’re going to feel like it was all for nothing, and you’d be right: Because nothing means that nothing happened to your family. And that’s what we’re going for here.” Emily Landon, chief infectious disease epidemiologist at University of Chicago Medicine .

When things sour, everyone has their hand out. U.S. airlines called on Friday for a government stimulus package. They want the US taxpayer to cover their payroll for around 750,000 jobs. In return for ownership, in return for shares so the country can profit when their stocks return to normal levels, I might agree. United Airlines CEO Oscar Munoz and President Scott Kirby both said that they will suspend their salaries, b ut NOT for the year.......only thru the end of June. Munoz has a $10 million annual salary, and Kirby $5.5 million. Absurd salaries at any time. Southwest Airlines CEO Gary Kelly has volunteered to take a whopping (sarcasm) 10% pay cut. He has a $7.6 million salary. Delta Airlines CEO Ed Bastian, who earns a ridiculous $14.9 million annually, has cut his salary 100% for 6 months. I would think the airline could meet payroll with that $7.45 million savings. No sound from American Airlines CEO Doug Parker who earns $12 million annually. Ups and downs are part of the airline business. One's business model should, to some degree, allow for that. Airlines can't simply take and take, and then ask for free money (subsidies) in a downturn.

What irritated me deeply during yesterday's noon White House press briefing were several reporters who were basically being troublemakers (pricks if you like), which distracted from a good discussion on the latest developments. We have a serious situation before us, and Trump is handling it in a serious matter. These reporters were rude to the President, and likewise disrespectful to the American people. If these time-wasting reporters would rather be distractions so as to get 2 minutes of spotlight, rather than be part of the solution, they should be banned from the White House. I agree with President Trump that these individuals are "terrible reporters". They need to get with the program.

President Trump said on Thursday that spring breakers enjoying the sand and surf on Florida's beaches, in defiance his closures and warnings to avoid crowds, "don't realize that they could be carrying lots of bad things home to their grandmother and grandfather and even their parents". .

Ford is one of America's powerful families. They have money that is publicly visible, and money that isn't.

I myself think this thread is great. Really like his ex-Navy Ford F-900 6x6 tandem.

"We’re also working collaboratively with Canada and Mexico to take decisive joint action regarding individuals seeking entry between our ports of entry. The CDC order directs the Department to suspend the introduction of all individuals seeking to enter the U.S. without proper travel documentation. That’s for both the northern and southern border. The CDC Director has determined that the introduction and spread of the coronavirus and the Department’s Border Patrol stations and detention facilities presents a serious danger to migrants, our frontline agents and officers, and the American people. So it’s important to note that the Department [of Homeland Security] currently apprehends foreign nationals from over 120 different countries around the world — the vast majority of those having coronavirus cases. Many of these individuals arrive with little or no identity, travel, or medical documentation, making public health risk determinations all but impossible. It’s also important to note that the outbreak on our southern border would likely increase the strain on health systems in our border communities, taking away important and lifesaving resources from American citizens. Tonight — again, at midnight — we will execute the CDC order by immediately returning individuals arriving without documentation to Canada, Mexico, as well as a number of other countries without delay." .

At today's daily White House press conference, the head of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced that ALL illegal immigrants will be stopped and deported, so as to reduce the spread of the Coronavirus.

The US government today has moved the federal tax deadline back from April 15th to July 15th.

Two US senators sold shares after receiving virus briefing Financial Times / March 20, 2020 Two Republican senators offloaded millions of dollars in stock shortly before the US markets crashed in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Richard Burr, the Republican chairman of the Senate intelligence committee, and his wife sold up to $1.7 million worth of shares on February 13, according to congressional disclosures. Kelly Loeffler, a former Intercontinental Exchange executive who joined the Senate this year, sold as much as $3.1 million of stock over three weeks until February 14, congressional records show. The transactions were recorded as joint sales with her husband, Jeffrey Sprecher, the chairman and CEO of Intercontinental Exchange, which operates the New York Stock Exchange. The sales meant both senators avoided significant losses on the disposed stock when US equity markets began crashing after February 20 as the global economy slowed in response to the coronavirus pandemic.

US drugmaker doubled price on potential coronavirus treatment Financial Times / March 19, 2020 The only US drugmaker that makes a potential treatment for the coronavirus that was touted by President Donald Trump raised the price by almost 100 percent in January, as the virus caused havoc across China. Rising Pharmaceuticals, a New Jersey based company, increased the price of chloroquine — an antimalarial, which is one of the drugs that is being tested against Covid-19 — on January 23. The drug price rose 97.86 per cent to $7.66 per 250mg pill and $19.88 per 500mg pill. But Rising alleges the price rise was “coincidental” and it restored the old price once it realized that the drug might be in demand because of the outbreak. The reversal of the price lift has not yet shown through in the data. One executive claims the company had originally increased the price because it wanted to be able to invest in new manufacturing facilities to keep the drug on the market. “As soon as we saw the increase in demand and the potential that this was going to be utilized in the way some folks are projecting it to be, we rescinded that price increase to the same price it has been on the market for since 2015,” he said. Studies have shown encouraging results, including one in France released on Wednesday that chloroquine had accelerated recoveries and reduced how long patients were contagious. Michael Rea, chief executive of RxSavings Solutions, which provides software for employers to lower their drug bills, said: “Hiking drug prices at such a pivotal time in world history will not play well in the market for any companies partaking in that activity long term.” In December 2019, Rising Pharmaceuticals admitted price fixing in a case in Pennsylvania and agreed to pay $3m in fines and restitution. The executive speaking on behalf of the company said it is not promoting the drug as a treatment for coronavirus. But Rising received five times as many orders as usual in the last week and it is ramping up production in India to meet demand, purchasing “extraordinary amounts” of more active ingredients, bottles and labels.

Ford’s Suspended Dividend Tests Family’s Patience With Hackett Bloomberg / March 19, 2020 Ford Motor Co.’s Chief Executive Officer Jim Hackett was already under pressure before the coronavirus pandemic upended economies worldwide. But after suspending the dividend payment that management had said was sacrosanct, he’s now testing the faith of the founding family that has supported him. Executive Chairman Bill Ford has not been shy about stressing the importance of the stock and dividend to his clan. “Most of our net worth is tied up in the company,” he said at Ford’s 2017 annual shareholders meeting. A year later, he joked about his family’s keen interest in the dividend when reading a question from an investor. “Why is the company so stingy with paying dividends?” Ford read during the webcast shareholder meeting. He quipped: “Was that sent in by a member of the Ford family?” But now, with the automaker halting production at its North American factories after shutting plants in Europe earlier this week, Hackett said he has no choice but to conserve cash and offset a financial hit one analyst estimates will cost the company $1 billion in earnings before interest and taxes. “While we obviously didn’t foresee the coronavirus pandemic, we have maintained a strong balance sheet and ample liquidity so that we could weather economic uncertainty and continue to invest in our future,” Hackett said in a statement. Bunker Mode To give the company financial breathing room and keep important new model launches rolling, the automaker also is fully drawing down $15.4 billion from two credit lines and retracting earnings guidance it had given investors on Feb. 4. “They maxed out their credit line, so they have well over $30 billion in cash now and that is a massive hoard,” said David Whiston, an analyst with Morningstar in Chicago. “That, along with the dividend suspension, basically puts Ford in lockdown mode. They’re going into their bunker.” The unprecedented circumstances should buy Hackett some time and patience from the Ford family, which derived annual income of tens of millions a year from the 15-cent quarterly payout. While all common shareholders receive the dividend, the progeny of Henry Ford hold a special class of stock that gives them 40% voting control of the company. Ford last suspended its dividend in 2006 before reinstating it five years later. That included a period when U.S. auto sales plunged to 10.4 million in 2009. Stock Under Pressure When Ford restored the payout, management pledged it had re-engineered the company so it could maintain the dividend through the next downturn. “Ford has said many times, even before Hackett became CEO, that the dividend would be safe if sales went back to ‘09 levels,” Whiston said. “And even the lowest projections as of mid-March are not for ’09 levels in 2020.” The dividend reversal puts even more pressure on Hackett, who has faced questions from Wall Street about his job security. Ford shares fell as much as 8.9% shortly after the start of regular trading. The stock, which as of early this month had fallen further under Hackett than his predecessor, closed Wednesday at the lowest since April 2009. Hackett, 64, took the steps to bulk up on cash hours before Ford planned to halt output at all North American factories through March 30 for deep cleaning. The shutdown will cost the company $1 billion in lost earnings before interest and taxes, Michael Ward, an analyst at Benchmark Co., estimated in a note to clients on Thursday. Ford will lose the equivalent of 140,000 vehicles worth of production during the 11-day shutdown, or about $5.3 billion of revenue, he wrote. Ward lowered earnings estimates for the carmaker, which he rates a hold. Analysts have speculated in the wake of the virus that factory closings and the global slowdown of vehicle purchases probably would force Ford management’s hand. Then-CFO Bob Shanks said in August 2018 that reports the dividend was at risk were “baseless.” “The dividend’s been a legendary value creator at Ford,” Hackett said Feb. 4. “I want to continue that, because we said we could do it, and right now we can.” Joseph Spak, an analyst at RBC Capital Markets, predicted a dividend cut last week, writing in a report that the $2.4 billion annual cost of the payments would be too much of a burden for a company that’s repeatedly come up short with its earnings and just issued a disappointing profit forecast for the year. Heir Apparent In an effort to change that negative dynamic, Hackett recently shook up management by appointing Jim Farley chief operating officer and gave him a mandate to accelerate an $11 billion restructuring. But credit-ratings companies have raised concerns about the efficacy of those efforts, with Moody’s Investors Service downgrading Ford to junk and S&P Global Ratings cutting the company to the lowest rung of investment grade rating last year. Ford’s board of directors last week cemented Farley’s status as heir apparent to Hackett by disclosing it had arranged a $2.5 million stock award for the 57-year-old if he is not named the next CEO. Bill Ford and his family have stood by Hackett through setbacks and struggles. And now they’re likely hoping this dividend suspension is short-lived. “I would not be shocked if the dividend comes back as soon as this year,” Morningstar’s Whiston said. “But that’s certainly not a base-case expectation because we just don’t have visibility on anything in U.S. autos.”

So far, Navistar is only acknowledging "The new manufacturing plant will have the flexibility to build Class 6-8 vehicles".

When maintained properly, they worked. But "Q" style brakes never required extra maintenance effort (and today's disc brakes beat "Q" brakes all-around).

Ford Trucks Spain / March 18, 2020 As we all unite to fight the global Coronavirus, the work performed by carriers and their drivers is more essential than ever. Thank you for your efforts. And please take all precautions to stay healthy and safe. ,

Ford Motor Company has withdrawn its 2020 financial guidance, and has suspended its dividend to preserve cash. Ford plans to fully draw on credit lines, providing $15.4 billion of additional cash on its balance sheet.

Illinois Authorizes 88,000-pound Trucks Assisting with Emergency Response/Relief Heavy Duty Trucking (HDT) / March 17, 2020 In an effort to support emergency relief efforts in response to the coronavirus outbreak, Illinois is allowing 88,000 pounds (or an additional 10% above legal loads on fewer axles) for trucks assisting with emergency relief. The emergency declaration applies to loads not exceeding 14 feet in width and 100 feet in length, and movements are authorized 24 hours a day, seven days per week, until April 12. Truck drivers must ensure that they are carrying a copy of the IDOT Declaration, the Presidential Declaration, and a bill of lading. There is no fee associated with the authorization, and trucking companies must review Obstructions and Restrictions at www.gettingaroundillinois.com and obey all structure postings and any size or weight restrictions. Fleets can also view a copy of the governor's order here. For a full list of all emergency declarations for Illinois and across the country, go to www.iltrucking.org and click on the red banner at the top of the website. Other State Actions for Trucking Relief: Illinois is not the only state providing additional regulatory exemptions for trucks transporting coronavirus relief supplies. Among others are: Michigan: Will exempt motor carriers and drivers providing direct assistance in support of relief efforts related to the COVID-19 outbreaks from seasonal weight restrictions. Direct assistance according to MDOT means transportation and other relief services provided by a motor carrier or its driver to the immediate restoration of essential services, such as medical care, or essential supplies such as food, related to COVID-19 outbreaks during the emergency. Missouri: On March 15 announced an allowance for heavier-than-normal truckloads of supplies and equipment to travel on Missouri highways in the direct effort to prevent, contain, mitigate and treat the effects of the COVID-19 virus. The waiver allows private and for-hire motor carriers to haul up to 10% more than their licensed weight on Missouri highways and remains in effect through April 30. Ohio: Hours of service rules have been suspended for motor carriers providing intrastate transportation of relief supplies — including consumer goods and medical supplies — as part of the Coronavirus/COVID-19 response. “Unless otherwise directed, drivers must keep a written or electronic copy of this notice in each vehicle affected by this grant of regulatory relief. This regulatory relief will not apply to vehicles that do not have a copy of this notice.” Texas: Suspended three sets of statutes, subject to federal law and DMV safety limitations: The oversize and overweight permitting requirements under Transportation Code, Chapters 621 through 623, as well as Title 43, Chapter 219 of the Texas Administrative Code, for all divisible and non-divisible vehicles and loads; The International Registration Plan (IRP) vehicle registration under Transportation Code § 502.091 and 43 Tex. Admin. Code § 217.56, as long as the vehicle is registered in one of the 48 contiguous states of the United States; and The 72-hour and 144-hour temporary registration permits under Transportation Code § 502.094 and 43 Tex. Admin. Code § 217.40(b)(3), as long as the vehicle is registered in one of the states of the United States.

Heavy Duty Trucking (HDT) / March 18, 2020 Eaton Cummins Automated Transmission Technologies is expanding its Endurant automated transmission lineup with the introduction of the all-new Endurant XD series. These are purpose-built, high-performance automated transmissions designed for on-highway applications with high gross combined weight ratings, such as double and triple trailer trucks, and severe-duty on/off highway applications like dump and logging trucks. The Endurant XD series has torque and horsepower capacity to cover all Class 8 North American engines, the company said, including the Cummins X15. “The DNA of the Endurant platform is efficiency, light weight and low cost of ownership,” said Charles Masters, general manager, Eaton Cummins Automated Transmission Technologies. “We’ve taken that DNA and added the durability and unique features that customers demand from trucks operating in severe heavy haul and vocational applications to create the Endurant XD series.” The Endurant XD series is currently going through an extensive development testing program that puts the transmission through evaluations under extreme conditions. The Endurant XD series has 18 forward speeds, making it highly versatile and allowing it to be used in many applications and driving scenarios. It is designed for ease of use, with low-speed maneuverability, up to six reverse gears, and optimized software that makes smart shift decisions in difficult conditions. The Endurant XD series features provisions for bottom 8-bolt and rear 4-bolt high-capacity power take-offs, and a transmission oil cooler provision is available when required. Endurant XD transmissions will be available starting in 2021. .